Bloomington-Normal Pickleball Club upcoming events

Private Drilling Session w/Michelle Chow (07/16/2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Drilling session w/ Michelle Chow (PPR Certified Instructor, four years teaching clinics and private lessons) Played over 130 tournaments, Bronze Medalist at USA Pickleball Nationals 2022, USAPA Pickleball Ambassador, USAPA Referee in Training, Founder of Bloomington-Normal Pickleball Club)

We will drill for one hour non-stop, covering dinking, drop-shots, resets, volleying, and groundstrokes. Drill routine can be personalized according to your specific focus.

All proceeds benefit the BNPBC! Thank you very much for your support!!

Private Drilling Session w/Michelle Chow (07/16/2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT

We will drill for one hour non-stop, covering dinking, drop-shots, resets, volleying, and groundstrokes. Drill routine can be personalized according to your specific focus.

All proceeds benefit the BNPBC! Thank you very much for your support!!

Selkirk Demo Day (08/01/2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

SELRKIRK DEMO DAY – Try the Best Paddles in Pickleball!

Come experience a wide selection of Selkirk paddles, widely regarded as some of the finest paddles available today! Whether you're a beginner, intermediate player, or advanced competitor, you'll have the opportunity to test paddles designed for every skill level, playing style, and budget.

This won't be just a casual hit-around session. Participants will take part in guided drilling activities that allow you to evaluate paddle performance during a variety of game situations and skills, including dinking, drives, resets, volleys, and serves.

️ Support the Bloomington–Normal Pickleball Club!
If you decide to purchase a Selkirk paddle or any Selkirk merchandise online, simply use our club code:

ADV-MCHOW

By using this code:
✅ A portion of your purchase benefits the Bloomington–Normal Pickleball Club
✅ You'll receive a FREE gift from Selkirk with your order
✅ You'll be supporting future BNPBC programs, clinics, and events

Come discover which paddle feels best in your hands and see why so many players choose Selkirk!

Date: August 1, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Bloomington Tennis & Turf

We hope to see you there!

3v3 Pickleball Showdown 2026 (08/15/2026)

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Save the date, pre-register as a team using the SignUpGenius link, and spread the word!

Save your team's spot for the inaugural 3v3 Pickleball Showdown team tournament scheduled for Saturday, August 15 (starting at 9:30 a.m.) at Parkside Fitness in Pekin, IL! (The tournament will be held indoors and scores will not be reported to DUPR. It is being co-sponsored by Central Illinois Pickleball Club and BNPBC.)

Each three-person team (each team must have at least one female player, although an all-female team is permitted) is guaranteed five rounds (three round-robin rounds and two playoff rounds), and there are four total teams in each division.

Each round consists of three total doubles games that are played regular scoring to 15, win by 2. Note: If both opposing teams include both female and male players, mixed doubles matchups must be played against one another.

Game 1: Player #1 & #2

Game 2: Player #2 & #3

Game 3: Player #1 & #3

Sign up your team in one of four divisions: 3.0-3.5, 3.5-4.0, 4.0-4.5, and 4.5+. In each division, two teams are allocated to Central Illinois Pickleball Club (CIPC) and two teams are allocated to BNPBC. Note: You do not have to be a member of either pickleball club to compete; however, your team captain needs to be a member of one of the respected clubs that has an allocated spot in your division. (Please make sure that your team is signing up for the preferred/correct division!)

Cost is $25/player for BNPBC members and $40/player for non-BNPBC members.

Once you have pre-registered as a team on SignUpGenius, individual team members will need to complete their registration (i.e., payment) by clicking the "Register" button on the event site or in an emailed event announcement.

Forever Young Tournament (Ages 50+) (08/22/2026)

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Pre-register on Sign-Up Genius first:

4-Ever Young pre-registration

After divisions have been finalized, formal registration will be open and payment due.

See the flyer below for tournament information:

Forever Young Tournament (Ages 50+) (08/23/2026)

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Pre-register on Sign-Up Genius first:

4-Ever Young pre-registration

After divisions have been finalized, formal registration will be open and payment due.

See the flyer below for tournament information: